BACKGROUND Many methods for the correction of the inverted nipple have been described, but no consensus has been reached as to which is the best approach. OBJECTIVE We describe an integrated approach to the correction of nipple inversion that minimizes ductal disruption. METHODS We performed initial nipple eversion using gentle traction with a skin hook. The nipple base was approached with ...

BACKGROUND Variable methods have been introduced for reduction of the zygomatic fractures. The Dingman elevator is used widely to reduce these fractures but is inappropriate in certain types of fractures which require atypical traction vectors. We introduce and examine an alternate method of reducing zygomatic fractures using wire and hook traction. METHODS A retrospective study was performed...

purpose: to describe the association between optic disc traction and non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (naion). methods: eighty three eyes of 83 patients with naion were evaluated by optical coherence tomography (oct) for detecting vitreous adhesion to the optic nerve head with separation from adjacent retina (partial posterior vitreous detachment). those who were negative for su...

Laparoscopic ventral hernia repair is evolving rapidly worldwide to become a standard procedure. Many reports of excellent clinical results have made laparoscopic ventral hernia repair one of the fastest growing minimally invasive techniques.1 It reduces the risk of complication related to intra-abdominal position of mesh and fixating devices.2 With increasing experience, different theories and...

PURPOSE Football is the most popular high school sport; however, it has the highest rate of injury. Speculation has been prevalent that foot fixation due to high footwear traction contributes to injury risk. Therefore, the purpose of the study was to determine whether a relationship exists between the athlete's specific footwear traction (measured with their own shoes on the field of play) and ...

Introduction: Phalangeal fractures are common, frequently deformed and unstable, regularly managed operatively. However, closed methods of reduction increasing. This study aimed to compare functional outcomes for a non-operative cohort using skin traction method developed by the Nepean Hospital, Sydney, Australia, termed ‘early active vector adjustable traction’ or EAVAST, compared operatively ...

Skin of color comprises a diverse and expanding population of individuals. In particular, women of color represent an increasing subset of patients who frequently seek dermatologic care. Acne, melasma, and alopecia are among the most common skin disorders seen in this patient population. Understanding the differences in the basic science of skin and hair is imperative in addressing their unique...

This study was performed for the purpose of comparing the magnitude of cervical vertebral separation during cervical traction in supine and seated positions using home traction units. A repeated measures design with two within-subject factors (type of traction and time) was used. Seventeen asymptomatic volunteers received cervical traction in seated and supine position. Subjects received 5 minu...

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of cervical traction on the soleus H reflex amplitude in stroke patients. Cervical traction with intensity of 3 kgw was performed on six stroke patients. The soleus H reflex was evoked before, during, and after the cervical traction. All subjects showed smaller H reflex amplitudes in the second and third minutes after traction than before...